Cucumber Relish Salad Recipe
Recipe Ingredients
2 each cucumbers, medium
1 1/2 tbsp sugar
1 1/2 tbsp cider vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tbsp parsley, fresh, minced
Recipe Preparation
Slice cucumbers paper-thin. Sprinkle slices with sugar, vinegar,
salt and pepper. Marinate for 20 minutes, drain off liquid, and toss
lightly with sour cream. Top with minced parsley.
Servings: 4
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